System and Apparatus for Strengthening and Conditioning Leg Muscles

ABSTRACT

Exercise equipment, including a system for strengthening and conditioning the muscles of a human leg. In some examples, the system includes an anchoring means, a plurality of tubes with differing strengths. In some further examples, the device includes a plurality of belts.

BACKGROUND

The present disclosure relates generally to exercise equipment. In particular, exercise equipment utilizing resistance as a means for strengthening and conditioning muscles is described.

Known resistance training equipment s not entirely satisfactory for the range of applications in which it is employed. For example, existing resistance training equipment only accommodates exercising one muscle group at a time. In addition, conventional resistance training equipment does not contemplate exercises and drills that are specifically designed for a unique sport such as track or baseball. Further, contemporary training and exercise equipment does not work for differing body types nor does it have the ability to continue to be effective as the user's body ranges over time with continued use. Vice versa, contemporary strength training and conditioning equipment also does not accommodate for resuming use after an absence due to, for example, illness or injury. Further, many individuals engage in rigorous and specific training regimens that can make training while travelling difficult if the available facilities do not have the equipment required by the athlete. Thus, there exists a need for resistance training equipment that is portable, versatile, easy to use, cheap to manufacture, and that improves upon and advance the design of known resistance training equipment. Examples of new and useful resistance training equipment relevant to the needs existing in the field is discussed below.

As modern athletics becomes more competitive, athletes continually strive to train their bodies for peak physical condition. Further, certain sports, such as track and field, require extensive conditioning of very specific muscle groups. Sprinters, runners, and other individuals that rely primarily on their leg muscles are constantly looking for new and improved means of strength training and conditioning. In addition to countless hours practicing and perfecting their chosen sport, a considerable amount of time is dedicated to selecting the best exercise regimen to improve performance. At least part of the time spent is deciding which equipment is best suited to the athlete's body, sport, and fitness goals.

In addition to this, as society becomes more health-conscientious, the need for reliable and affordable exercise equipment remains high. Individuals wishing to engage in sports within their community or with friends and family, amateur athletes looking to improve their performance, and individuals who may need to rehabilitate after injury or simply wish to maintain a healthy lifestyle could all benefit from a training system that is affordable, reliable, versatile and easy to use with minimal guidance or expensive training.

SUMMARY

The present disclosure is directed to a system for strengthening and conditioning the muscles of a human leg. In some examples, the system includes an anchoring means, a plurality of tubes with differing strengths. In some further examples, the device includes a plurality of belts.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a front elevation view a first example of a resistance training system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a plan view of exemplary belts according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a plan view of 1 an exemplary tube according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 3B is a plan view of a second tube according to an alternative embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 4A is an isometric view of an anchoring means according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 4B is a plan view of the anchoring means shown in FIG. 4A according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 4C is a bottom view of the anchoring means shown in FIGS. 4A and 4B according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 5 is an example of a resistance training system in use according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 6 is an example of a resistance training system use according to an alternative embodiment of the invention.

FIG. 7 is an example of a resistance training system in use according to an alternative embodiment of the invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

The disclosed resistance training system and apparatus will become better understood through review of the following detailed description in conjunction with the figures. The detailed description and figures provide merely examples of the various inventions described herein. Those skilled in the art will understand that the disclosed examples may be varied, modified, and altered without departing from the scope of the inventions described herein. Many variations are contemplated for different applications and design considerations; however, for the sake of brevity; each and every contemplated variation is not individually described in the following detailed description.

Throughout the following detailed description, examples of various resistance training systems and apparatus are provided. Related features in the examples may be identical, similar, or dissimilar in different examples. For the sake of brevity, related features will not be redundantly explained in each example. Instead, the use of related feature names will cue the reader that the feature with a related feature name may be similar to the related feature in an example explained previously. Features specific to a given example will described in that particular example. The reader should understand that a given feature need not be the same or similar to the specific portrayal of a related feature in any given figure or example.

The present invention includes a series of tubes, an anchor plate, and specially designed belts for attaching around a user-selected body part. It is a new and useful way for individuals to train and condition their muscles. It is customizable to the user's body type, skill level, and overall fitness. A person wishing to engage in the unique type of resistance training provided by the present invention will attach the device to a specific body part such as, for example, a leg and engage in a range of motions that are designed to maximize strengthening and conditioning. The invention is simple to use, easy to transport, and cheap to manufacture. It has a wide range of versatility in terms of exercises that can be performed and readily accommodates each user's unique fitness goal and body type.

With reference to FIGS. 1-7, a first example of a device for strengthening and conditioning the leg muscles, training apparatus 100, will now be described. Training apparatus 100 functions to assist a person wishing to strengthen and condition his or her muscles and to improve overall health and fitness. The reader will appreciate from the figures and description below that training apparatus 100 addresses shortcomings of conventional exercise equipment and training regimens.

For example, training apparatus 100 is customizable according to the user's fitness level and body type. Further, training apparatus 100 is portable, durable, and can accommodate several different exercise regimens depending on the user's goals. It can be used alone or incorporated into existing equipment in the user's training facility. Finally, training apparatus 100 is capable of accomplishing different levels of workouts to help the user accomplish his or fitness goals, train for a specific sport, and improve his or her overall health.

As can be seen in FIG. 1, training apparatus 100 includes a plurality of belts 110, a plurality of tubes 140, and an anchor plate 190. In other examples, the training apparatus includes additional or alternative features, such as additional belts and tubes, vertical anchors, a support belt for the torso, or belts uniquely configured to attach to the upper and lower arms. In some embodiments, the apparatus may be incorporated into a training facility's existing equipment or the user's environment and in other embodiments, it may be used alone. The reader will appreciate that while FIG. 1 depicts two belts in the plurality of belts and two tubes in the plurality of tubes, it is an object of the present invention to include, and for the user to employ, more or less tubes and/or belts according to his or her individual needs. Thus, the figures and the present specification describe different types of tubes or belts, it should be understood that, while the figures show a specific number belts or tubes, this number by way of example only.

Referring, now to FIG. 2 an embodiment of the plurality of belts is shown. As can be seen, plurality of belts 110 includes at least one first belt 112 and at least one second belt 124. First belt 112 includes a first belt center 113, a first belt distal end 114, and a first belt proximal end 115. First belt 112 also comprises a first belt frame 116 and at least one first belt prong 117. By way of example, the present embodiment depicts the number of first belt prong 117 to be two, however it is an object of the present invention that more or less first belt prong 117 may be employed depending on the user's needs. Finally, first belt 112 further comprises a first belt loop 118, a first belt tip 119, a first belt ring 120, a first belt ring holder 121, a plurality of first belt apertures 122, and a first belt ring holder fastener 123. First belt ring 120 is positioned substantially within first belt center 113 as shown. It is then held in place by first belt ring holder 121, which in turn is secured by two first belt ring holder fastener 123.

Similarly, second belt 124 includes a second belt center 125, a second belt distal end 126, and a second belt proximal end 127. Second belt 124 also comprises a second belt frame 128 and at least one second belt prong 129. By way of example, the present embodiment depicts the number of second belt prong 129 to be two, however it is an object of the present invention that more or less second belt prong 129 may be employed depending on the user's needs. Finally, second belt 124 further comprises a second belt loop 130, a second belt tip 131, a second belt ring 132, a second belt ring holder 133, a plurality of second belt apertures 134, and a second belt ring holder fastener 135. Second belt ring 132 is positioned substantially within second belt center 125 as shown. It is then held in place by second belt ring holder 133, which in turn is secured by two second belt ring holder fastener 135.

In the present embodiment, first belt 112 and second belt 124 comprise a fastening mechanism similar to a common belt buckle. The reader will appreciate that this is by way of example only and it object of the present invention that alternative embodiments of first belt 112 and second belt 124 may be fastened around a user's body part via other suitable means, such as, for example, hook and loop, snaps, ties, buttons, zippers, pins, and the like.

In the embodiment according to FIGS. 1 and 2, first belt 112 and second belt 124 comprise leather, however, other suitable materials such as canvas, sturdy fabrics, and the like may be used. Similarly, in the present embodiment, first belt ring holder 121 and second belt ring holder 133 each comprise a strip of leather, however it is contemplated within the present invention that other suitable materials such as metal and metal alloys, canvas, sturdy fabric, plastics and the like may be used. The reader will appreciate that is not required that first belt 112, second belt 124, first belt ring holder 121 and second belt ring holder 123 be of the same material. Finally, in the present embodiment, first belt ring 120, second belt ring 132, first belt frame 116, first belt prong 117, first belt ring holder fastener 123, and second belt ring holder fastener 135 comprise aluminum, however it is contemplated within the present invention that any suitable material, such as metal, metal alloys, plastics, polymers, and the like may be used.

Turning attention to FIGS. 3A and 3B, exemplary embodiments of the plurality of tubes 140 are shown. FIG. 3A depicts a first example of a tube (first tube 150) and FIG. 3B depicts a second example of a tube (second tube 160). As can be seen, and as mentioned in the preceding figures, training apparatus 100 includes different kinds of tubes that have differing lengths, variable connecting means, and changeable elastic properties. Thus, plurality of tubes 140 includes a variable number of tubes, where each of the tubes provides a tensile force that increases or decreases in proportion to the length and width of the tube. It is an object of the present invention that plurality of tubes 140 comprises a plurality of first tube 150 and a plurality of second tube 160 according to the user's needs. When using the apparatus, then, the user may select from plurality of tubes 140 the individual tube or tubes that provide the desired resistance correlating to the range of motions employed. In this manner, the user determines the appropriate amount of resistance that meets his or her unique goals, body type, physical agility, and exercise regimen.

Turning attention to FIG. 3A, an exemplary embodiment of tube 150 is shown and described. In the present embodiment, first tube 150 comprises at least one first tube sheath 151, a first tube proximal attaching means 152, and a first tube distal attaching means 153. In the present embodiment, first tube sheath 151 is employed on the proximal and distal ends of first tube 150 as shown. It is an object of the present invention that first tube sheath 151 is optional according to the user preference. Thus, in alternative embodiments (not shown), first tube 150 may have a sheath only on one end or the other, or not at all, depending on the user's needs. The reader will appreciate that, just as plurality of tubes 140 comprises tubes of varying lengths and widths, each of said plurality may employ the desired number or first tube sheath 151 as well.

First tube 150 further comprises a first tube resistance means 154. As can be seen, first tube resistance means 154 has two ends, the first of which terminates in first tube proximal resistance means loop 155 and the second of which terminates first tube distal resistance means loop 156 as shown. In a preferred embodiment, first tube proximal attaching means 152 may be coupled to first tube proximal resistance means loop 155 and secured in place first tube proximal resistance means loop securer 157. Similarly, first tube distal attaching means 153 may be coupled to first tube distal resistance means loop 156 and secured in place with first tube distal resistance means loop securer 158. As mentioned above, the present embodiment includes first tube sheath 151 that covers, and keeps first tube proximal resistance means loop 155, distal resistance means loop 156, first tube distal means loop securer 158, and first tube proximal resistance means loop securer 157 in place and protects the overall integrity of the connections between them.

In the present embodiment, first tube proximal resistance means 154 has been looped through first tube proximal resistance means loop 155 as shown. In this manner, first tube proximal attaching means 152 is securely held in place on first tube 150. Similarly, first tube distal attaching means 153 may be coupled to first tube distal resistance means loop 156 and secured in place with first tube distal resistance means loop securer 158. In this manner, first tube distal attaching means 153 is securely held in lace on first tube 150. Thus, the reader will appreciate that first tube proximal attaching means 152 may be coupled to a member of plurality of belts 110 via first or second belt ring (120, 231) while first tube distal attaching means 153 couples to an anchoring means (discussed in further detail in FIGS. 5-7).

The reader will also appreciate that first tube resistance means 154 may comprise any elastomeric material suitable for resistance training, such as, for example synthetic and natural fibers, rubber, polymers, or other materials that possess inherent elasticity suitable for the invention's intended purpose. Further, in the present example, first tube proximal attaching means 152 and first tube distal attaching means 153 comprise a swivel eye hook, however it is an object of the present invention that other suitable attaching means may be employed on one or both ends of first tube 150 such as carabiners, hooks, snaps, rings, U-bolts, clasps, and the like.

Referring now to FIG. 3B, an alternative embodiment of a member of plurality of tubes 140, second tube 160, is shown and described. Second tube 160 comprises a second tube proximal resistance means 165, a second tube proximal attaching means 162, a second tube distal resistance means 171, a second tube distal attaching means 168, and a second tube middle resistance means 174. As can be seen, second tube proximal resistance means 165 has two ends, the first of which terminates in second tube proximal attaching means loop 178 and the second of which terminates in a second tube proximal loop 163 as shown. Second tube proximal attaching means loop 178 is secured by second tube proximal attaching means loop securer 164 and second tube second mid proximal connecting means securer 176 is secured by and second tube proximal loop 163. Similarly, second tube distal resistance means 171 has two ends, the first of which terminates in a second tube distal attaching means loop 177 and the second of which terminates in second tube distal loop 169. Second tube distal attaching means loop 177 is secured by second tube distal attaching means loop securer 170 and second tube distal loop 169 is secured by second tube distal loop securer 173 as shown. Finally, second tube middle resistance means 174 has two ends, the first of which terminates in second tube mid proximal loop 166 and the second of which terminates in second tube mid distal loop 172. Second tube mid proximal loop 166 is secured by second tube mid proximal loop securer 167 and second tube mid distal loop 172 is secured by second tube mid distal loop securer 179.

As can be seen, second tube proximal attaching means 162 is coupled to second tube proximal resistance means 165 via second tube proximal attaching means loop 178 as shown. Similarly, second tube distal attaching means 168 is coupled to second tube distal resistance means 171 via second tube distal attaching means loop 177. Second tube middle resistance means 174 is coupled to second tube distal resistance means 171 by connecting second tube distal loop 169 to second tube mid distal loop 172 and is coupled to second tube proximal resistance means 165 by connecting second tube proximal loop 163 to second tube mid proximal loop 166. In this manner, second tube 160 is longer in length and has a different resistance strength than that of first tube 150.

Is some embodiments (not shown), the user is able to attach a first tube 150 to second tube 160 to change the overall length and resistance of the tube by coupling the proximal end of one tube to the distal end of another. The reader will appreciate that second tube proximal attaching means 162 couples to a member of plurality of belts 110 and second tube distal attaching means 163 couples to an anchoring means (discussed in further detail in FIGS. 5-7).

Finally, is some embodiments, second tube 160 comprises at least one second tube sheath 161 that is employed on the proximal and distal ends of second tube 160 as shown. It is an object of the present invention that second tube sheath 161 is optional according to the user preference. Thus, in alternative embodiments (not shown), second tube 160 may have a sheath only on one end or the other, in the middle, or not at all, depending on the user's needs. The reader will appreciate that, just as plurality of tubes 140 comprises a number of first tube 150 and second tube 160, the tubes being of varying length and width from one another, each of the tubes may employ the desired number of second tube sheath 161 in any location accordingly. In this manner, the user is able to attach second tube sheath 161 as a means to protect and/or immobilize the coupling components of second tube 160 described above in paragraphs [0031]-[0033].

The reader will also appreciate that the second tube resistance means may comprise any elastomeric material suitable for resistance training, such as, for example synthetic and natural fibers, rubber, polymers, or other materials that possess inherent elasticity suitable for the invention's intended purpose. Further, in the present example, second tube proximal attaching means 162 comprises a swivel eye hook and second tube distal attaching means 168 comprises a loop. It should be understood that it is an object of the present invention that other suitable attaching means may be employed on one or both ends of second tube 160 such as carabiners, hooks, snaps, rings, U-bolts, clasps, and the like.

Referring now FIGS. 4A, 4B, and 4C, and exemplary embodiment of the underside of an anchoring means is shown and described. Anchoring means 190 comprises a face 191 and an anchoring means attachment loop 193. As can be seen, anchoring means attachment loop 193 is affixed to face 191 in the center of anchoring means 190. In the present embodiment, anchoring means 190 is substantially disc-shaped, however it is an object of the present invention that anchoring means 190 may be any three dimensional shape sufficient to function as a means for containing anchoring means attachment loop 193 and as a means for function as an anchor to keep the user in place as training apparatus 100 is in use. Further, the reader will appreciate that anchoring means 190 is a weighted object sufficient to retain the user in place while permitting stretching of the tubes during exercise. In this manner, anchoring means 190 prevents the user from slipping or other unintended movement while an exercise is being performed.

Anchoring means 190 further comprises indicia 194 and an underside 195. Indicia 194 may include letters or numbers conveying important information about training apparatus 100, such as for example, branding health and safety warning, instructions, and the like. In alternative embodiments (not shown) anchoring means 190 does not include indicia 194. In the present embodiment, underside 195 comprises a non-skid surface such as a polymer or copolymer coating. In alternative embodiments, underside 195 further comprises scoring, pattern, ridges, or other surface modifications capable of preventing anchoring means 190 from moving on a substrate. In this manner, the user is able to engage in a range of motions and exercises without fear of injury.

Referring now to FIGS. 5-7, exemplary uses of training apparatus 100 are shown and described. By way of example, FIG. 5 depicts training apparatus 100 in use with a single belt, FIG. 6 illustrates an alternative use of training apparatus 100 with a single belt, and FIG. 7 shows another embodiment of training apparatus 100 using two belts.

When the user wishes to use training apparatus 100, he or she will do so in the manner described below. The user select from plurality of belts 110 the desired type and number of belts he or she wishes to employ. The user will then select from plurality of tubes 140 the type and number of tubes he or she wishes to employ. The user wall attach a belt to the appropriate part of the body and repeat with additional belts if desired. He or she will then attach one end of a tube to a belt and the other end of the same tube to the anchoring means 190 and repeat with the remaining tubes and belts if there are any. The user will then engage in a series of motions and exercises designed for resistance training by employing the tubes and belts.

FIG. 5 an exemplary embodiment of training apparatus 100 is shown. As can be seen, the user has attached first belt 112 around her calf. This was accomplished by looping first belt 112 such that first belt proximal end 115 comes in contact with first belt distal end 114 to form a ring around her calf. The user then threaded first belt tip 119 through first belt frame 116 and pulling first belt distal end 114 until first belt center 113 is positioned on the appropriate body part, in this case, the right calf. In this manner, plurality of apertures 122 is adjacent to first belt prong 117. The user then inserted at least one first belt prong 117 through at least one of said plurality of first belt apertures 122 and inserting first belt distal end 114 through first belt loop 118. The slack of first belt distal end 114 is kept in place against first belt center 113 by inserting first belt tip 119 through first belt loop 118 as shown. In this manner, first belt 112 is tightened around the user's body part in a snug but safe and comfortable manner. It should be understood that the placement of first belt 112 is by way of example only. It is an object of the present invention that first belt 112 may be placed on other parts of the user's body, such as the ankle or arm. Further, while the present figure depicts anchoring means 190 in front of the user's left shin, the reader will appreciate that anchoring means 190 may be placed in any horizontal or vertical location incident to, and appropriate for, the needs of the user.

As can be seen in FIG. 5, the user has also attached first tube proximal attaching means 152 to anchoring means attachment loop 193 as shown. Similarly, the user has attached first tube distal attaching means 153 to first belt ring 120. The reader will appreciate that, as mentioned above, the present embodiment is by way of example only. It is an object of the present invention that proximal attaching means 152 and distal attaching means 153 may comprise any suitable means capably or removably coupling to anchoring means attachment loop 193 and/or first belt loop 118.

Further, while FIG. 5 depicts training apparatus 100 as comprising first belt 112, first tube 150, and anchoring means 190, the user is free to select any combination and number of first belt 112, second belt 124, first tube 150, and/or second tube 160. In this manner, the user is able to customize her workout according to her unique physical training regimen and muscle group or groups she wishes to strengthen and condition. Finally, the user has rested anchoring means 190 on a horizontal substrate. It should further be understood that the placement of anchoring means 190 varies according to the user's preference and they type of exercise being performed. In alternative embodiments (not shown) the user may affix proximal attaching means to a vertical substrate such as a fence, a post, or a wall.

FIG. 6 is an alternative example the training apparatus 100 shown and described in the preceding figures. In the present example, the user has opted to use second belt 124 and first tube 150 as shown. The user in the present figure has attached second belt 124 to his thigh in the same manner as described for first belt 112 and has attached first tube 150 to anchoring means 190 in the same manner as described in FIG. 5. That is to say, the user has attached second belt 124 around his thigh. This was accomplished by looping second belt 124 such that second belt proximal end 127 comes in contact with second belt distal end 126 to form a ring around his thigh. The user then threaded second belt tip 131 through second belt frame 128 and pulling second belt distal end 126 until second belt center 125 is positioned on the appropriate body part, in this case, the left thigh. In this manner, plurality of second belt apertures 134 is adjacent o second belt prong 129.

The user then inserted at least one second belt prong 129 through at least one of said plurality of second belt apertures 134 and inserting second belt distal end 126 through second belt loop 130. The slack of second belt distal end 126 is kept in place against second belt center 125 by inserting second belt tip 132 through second belt loop 130 as shown. In this manner, second belt 124 is tightened around the user's body part in a snug but safe and comfortable manner. It should be understood that the placement of second belt 124 is by way of example only. It is an object of the present invention that second belt 124 may be placed on other parts of the user's body, such as the ankle or arm. Further, while the present figure depicts anchoring means 190 behind of the user's right ankle the reader will appreciate that anchoring means 190 may be placed in any horizontal or vertical location incident to, and appropriate for, the needs of the user.

As can be seen in FIG. 6, the user has also attached first tube proximal attaching means 152 to anchoring means attachment loop 193 as shown. Similarly, the user has attached first tube distal attaching means 153 to second belt ring 132. The reader will appreciate that, as mentioned above, the present embodiment is by way of example only. It is an object of the present invention that proximal attaching means 152 and distal attaching means 153 may comprise any suitable means capably or removably coupling to anchoring means attachment loop 193 and/or first belt loop 118. Thus, the user in this figure is able to customize his workout according to his unique physical training regimen and muscle group or groups he wishes to strengthen and conditions.

Referring finally to FIG. 7, an example of still another embodiment of training apparatus 100 is shown and described. In this embodiment, the user as opted to employ one first belt 112, one second belt 124, one first tube 150, and one second tube 160. The reader will appreciate that the user has attached the leg belts in the manner described above. The reader will also appreciate that the user has attached first tube 150 and second tube 160 in the manner described above. Thus, as can be seen, the user has attached second tube distal attaching means 168 to first tube distal attaching means 153 and first tube proximal attaching means 152. In this manner, the user has increased the overall length of the tube and resultant resistance he wishes to employ in his exercise regimen.

The disclosure above encompasses multiple distinct inventions with independent utility. While each of these inventions has been disclosed in a particular form, the specific embodiments disclosed and illustrated above are not to be considered in a limiting sense as numerous variations are possible. The subject matter of the inventions includes all novel and non-obvious combinations and sub combinations of the various elements, features, functions and/or properties disclosed above and inherent to those skilled in the art pertaining to such inventions. Where the disclosure or subsequently filed claims recite “a” element, “a first” element, or any such equivalent term, the disclosure or claims should be understood to incorporate one or more such elements, neither requiring nor excluding two or more such elements.

Applicant(s) reserves the right to submit claims directed to combinations and sub combinations of the disclosed inventions that are believed to be novel and non-obvious. Inventions embodied in other combinations and sub combinations of features, functions, elements and/or properties may be claimed through amendment of those claims or presentation of new claims in the present application or in a related application. Such amended or new claims, whether they are directed to the same invention or a different invention and whether they are different, broader, narrower or equal in scope to the original claims, are to be considered within the subject matter of the inventions described herein. 

1. A device, comprising: an anchor having a top side with a loop and an underside with a weighted object to weight down the anchor to keep the anchor in substantially the same location during use by a user; a first belt comprising: a belt distal end comprising a first belt aperture and a second belt aperture; a belt center; a belt proximal end comprising a belt prong to connect to the first belt aperture or the second belt aperture to form a band with a defined circumference that is approximately a circumference of a leg of the user; and a belt ring holder comprising: a body; a first belt ring holder fastener to connect a first end of the body to a first portion of the belt center; and a second belt ring holder fastener to connect a second end of the body to a second portion of the belt center, wherein the belt center, the belt ring holder, the first belt ring holder fastener, and the second belt ring holder fastener form an opening; and a ring that is connected to the first belt through the opening a first resistance band comprising: an elongated elastic member: a first fastener at a proximal end, the first fastener configured to attach to the loop of the anchor; and a second fastener at a distal end, the second fastener configured to attach to the ring of the first belt.
 2. The device of claim 1, wherein the anchor is removably coupled to the first resistance band via the loop.
 3. The device of claim 1, wherein the first belt is removably coupled to the first resistance band via the ring.
 4. The device of claim 1, wherein the top side of the anchor is substantially dome shaped.
 5. The device of claim 1, wherein the underside of the anchor is configured to be removably placed on a horizontal substrate.
 6. The device of claim 1, wherein: the proximal end of the first resistance band is configured to removably couple to the anchor; the distal end of the first resistance band is configured to removably couple to the ring; and the first belt is removably attached to the leg of the user.
 7. The device of claim 1 wherein the distal end of the first resistance band is configured to removably couple to a distal end of a second resistance band.
 8. The device of claim 1 further comprising a second resistance band and a second belt, wherein: a proximal end of the second resistance band is configured to removably couple to the loop of the anchor; a distal end of second resistance band is configured to removably couple to a ring of the second belt; and the second belt is removably attached to the leg of the user.
 9. The device of claim 1, wherein the first resistance band further comprising: a first resistance band section comprising: the first fastener on the proximal end of the first resistance band section; and a first distal ring on the distal end of the first resistance band section; and a second resistance band section comprising: a second proximal hook affixed to a proximal end of the second resistance band section; and the second fastener affixed to a distal end of the second resistance band section.
 10. The device of claim 9, wherein: the first distal ring is removably coupled to the second proximal hook; and the second fastener is removably coupled to the ring.
 11. The device of claim 1, the first resistance band comprises elongated elastic members having differing lengths.
 12. A device, comprising: an anchoring means having an anchoring means top side and an anchoring means underside, wherein the anchoring means top side further comprises a loop and wherein the anchoring means underside is substantially disc shaped; a first resistance means comprising a first elongated elastic member having a first proximal hook and a first distal ring; a second resistance means comprising a second elongated elastic member having a second proximal hook and a second distal hook; a first belt comprising a first belt ring; and the first proximal hook is removably coupled to the anchoring means; the second proximal hook is removably coupled to the first distal ring; and the second distal hook is removably coupled to the first belt ring.
 13. The device of claim 12, wherein the anchoring means top side is substantially dome shaped.
 14. The device of claim 12 wherein the anchoring means underside is weighted and is configured to be removably placed on a horizontal substrate.
 15. The device of claim 12 wherein the first resistance means and the second resistance means comprise different lengths.
 16. The device of claim 12 further comprising: a second belt having a second belt ring; and a third resistance means, wherein: the first resistance means and the third resistance means are removably coupled to the anchoring means, the first resistance means is removably coupled to the first belt ring; and the third resistance means is removably coupled to the first second belt ring.
 17. (canceled)
 18. The device of claim 16 wherein: the first belt is configured to be removably tightened around a first leg of a human; and the second belt is tightened around a second leg of the human.
 19. A method, comprising: attaching a first proximal hook of a first cord to a weighted anchor; attaching a second proximal hook of a second cord to a first distal ring of the first cord; and attaching a second distal hook of the second cord to a belt, wherein the belt is attached to a first leg of a user.
 20. The method of claim 19, further comprising: attaching a first end of a third cord to the weighted anchor; attaching a second end of the third cord to a second belt; and attaching the second belt to a second leg of the user. 